What is a Healthy
Weight for My Size ?
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• Even though most people still use a
bathroom scale to determine whether or
not they are overweight, body mass index
is a better indicator. A person's body mass
index estimates the total body fat of a
person, and displays it in the form of a
number that shows whether he is
underweight, normal, overweight or obese.
The best part about a body mass index is
that it's very easy to calculate.

• Get an accurate reading of your weight on
a scale. While any scale is acceptable for
this, a digital scale will provide the most
accurate reading. If you are using a
bathroom scale, make sure it has been
properly calibrated.

• Measure your height. To get the best result,
stand up straight against a wall, then make
a mark with a pencil along the top of your
head. Use a tape measure instead of a ruler
or yardstick to avoid inaccuracies.

• Multiply your height by itself to get its
square number. Use inches if you live in
the United States, or meters if you live in a
country that uses the metric system.

• Divide your weight by the square number
of your height. Your weight should be
recorded in pounds if you live in the
United States, or in kilograms for countries
that use the metric system.

• Multiply the result by 703 if you recorded
your weight and height in pounds and
inches. The resulting number is your
calculated body mass index.
• Do nothing with the result if you live in a
country that uses the metric system. The
result itself is your calculated body mass
index.

• A healthy BMI is considered to be from 19
to 25. 18 and under is considered
underweight. From 25 to 29 is considered
overweight. 30 and over is considered
obese. Look at your BMI and determine
where yours falls.

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